Certifications List

Certifications Recognized in the Industry

TIA Certifications

Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA) - along with leading suppliers and channel partners - established industry-standard, vendor-neutral exams to indicate an individual's readiness for product-specific training. In fact, that's why TIA has developed two exams and certifications to confirm the base-level knowledge and address the needs of employers for convergence solutions: the Convergence Technologies Professional (CTP) certification and the Certified in Convergent Network Technologies (CCNT) credential. CCNT, TIA's first exam for convergence professionals, is a self-paced, online exam. TIA's CTP certification was launched in 2002 to address industry demand for a higher-level proctored exam.

CompTIA Certifications

CompTIA Certification Programs
CompTIA certification programs are the recognized industry standards for foundation-level information technology (IT) skills. Best known for the A+ certification, CompTIA offers many certifications in key technology areas. Many of our certifications are electives or prerequisites towards advanced certifications, such as Microsoft's MCSA and Novell's CNE.

CompTIA DHTI+ Certification
The CompTIA DHTI+ certification is based on a set of standards designed to measure the mastery of core competencies regarding the installation, integration and troubleshooting of the following automated home sub-systems: Security and surveillance systems, audio/video, networking, telephony/VoIP, home control management, and project management.

CompTIA Network+ Certification
Earning a CompTIA Network+ certification demonstrates that a candidate can describe the features and functions of networking components, and possesses the knowledge and skills needed to install, configure and troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services. The exam tests technical ability in the areas of media and topologies, protocols and standards, network implementation, and network support. The exam also covers new technologies such as wireless networking and gigabit Ethernet.

CompTIA A+ Certification
Earning CompTIA A+ certification proves that a candidate has a broad base of knowledge and competency in core hardware and operating system technologies including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and basic networking.

Cisco offers three levels of general certification representing increasing levels of expertise: Associate, Professional, and Expert (CCIE). Different tracks across these levels align with varying career needs. A variety of focused Cisco Qualified Specialist certifications are available as well to show knowledge in specific technologies, solutions or job roles.

General Certifications: Three Levels of Certification

Associate. The first step in Cisco networking begins at the Associate level. Think of this as the apprentice or foundation level of networking certification.

Professional. This is the advanced or journeyman level of certification.

Expert. This is CCIE, the highest level of achievement for network professionals, certifying an individual as an expert or master.

General Certifications: Seven Different Paths

Routing and Switching: This path is for professionals who install and support Cisco technology-based networks in which LAN and WAN routers and switches reside.

Design: This path is aimed at professionals who design Cisco technology-based networks in which LAN and WAN routers and switches reside.